Digital interlocking (DSTW: Digitales Stellwerk) Koblenz-Trier
As one of the first digital interlockings (DSTW) in the central region, which is of great importance for the regional, freight transport and tourism, the DSTW Koblenz-Trier contains a few particularities.
Route data
| Route from | Koblenz |
|---|---|
| Route to | Trier |
| Route lenght | approx. 69 km |
| Route number(s) | 3010,3112 |
Planned measures
| Digital interlocking(s) | Replacement of 10 signal boxes |
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| Scope of equipment |
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| Planned speed | up to 120 km/h |
Technology fields
Digital interlocking Koblenz-Trier
The digital interlocking Koblenz-Trier in Rhineland - Palatinate is being built along the Moselle-line between Ediger-Eller and Ehrang. As DB InfraGo AG's first digital interlocking (DSTW) in the central region, it is one of three planned pre-series projects for the digital signaling system (DLST: Digitale Leit- und Sicherungstechnik). This involves the implementation of digital interlocking components and standard interfaces.
In the Koblenz-Trier pre-series project, the line between Koblenz and Trier (3010 Moselle line including the branch to Traben-Trarbach (3112)) with a total length of around 69 kilometres will be equipped with digital signaling technology.
This line is of great importance for regional and freight transport. During wine festivals in the region, it is also used by special trains for tourists. The line runs along the Moselle and passes numerous vineyards and some winegrowers' crossings, which are a special feature with their simple turnstiles and narrow crossings.
Track field concentrators (GFK: Gleisfeldkonzentratoren), which serve as local hub/centers along the track - Technikstandort (TSO)-, which serves as data center at Wittlich station will be built. The construction/placement of signaling systems will also be carried out as part of the project. Cable laying and connection of the field elements to the digital interlocking (DSTW) is planned.
This pre-series project also includes the connection of level crossings to the digital interlocking. In addition to installing and equipping the digital interlocking, a switch removal is planned at Wittlich station, including the associated adaptation of the overhead power line.
Realisation:
The project will be executed in several consecutive construction phases. In the first construction phase, the necessary cable ducts, track crossings and signal foundations will be created. This will be followed by the laying of new cables, the necessary structural engineering work and the renewal of the electrical switch heaters.
As part of the pre-series projects (VSP), the new digital interlocking (DSTW) with modular interchangeable components is to be tested and prepared for the subsequent series projects.
Benefit:
- Qualified testing of all processes, subsystems and also of the overall system of digital signaling technology (DLST)
- A secure basis for the realisation of series projects
